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Social media is a great way for organizations to share information about their products and services, but while it's great for those who want to reach a new audience, it's also exposing you to another audience that you may not...

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In the world of computer security there’s a new challenge for professionals fighting against cybercrime: botnets. Hackers can used them to carry out Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks that bring down servers and services, and are using large numbers...

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This October is Cybersecurity Month! Some businesses think that they’re immune to hacking attacks because they’re “low profile” compared to huge corporations. However, the truth of the matter is that your organization is just as much at risk as they...

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Mobile computing is on the rise, for businesses and personal use alike. Many businesses have become more reliant on it, and malicious operators have paid attention to the new possibilities this provides for cybercriminal activity. For hackers, mobile devices are...

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Alert: Cryptowall 2.0 Ransomware is Causing Major Problems New cyberthreats are always emerging. Being aware of the latest cybercrime developments is the way to go if you don’t want to put your company and your business plan in danger. There’s...

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Just about everyone knows that viruses and malware can be catastrophic for computer users, and businesses in particular. New threats are regularly in the news. Ransomware is a particularly devastating example of the cybercriminal’s dark art. One version of this...

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It's one of the most common computer nightmares: infection. There are plenty of threats out there that could take hold of your PC. Do you know how to proceed if it happens? A Little Terminology Let's clarify some terms: virus...

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Not only do most people have a smartphone but most of us keep it close by most of the time. Smartphones are becoming essential devices, both for everyday life and work purposes. The downside is that it makes the smartphone...

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Ransomware is a tricky piece of malware that locks down the precious files located on a victim’s computer, then (in theory) will return access to them when a ransom has been paid. Depending on the files stored on a victim’s...

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Even if you're only a little bit tech-smart you'll know that antivirus software is absolutely essential to protect against online threats. And yet viruses and other bugs that can completely cripple your system sometimes get through. If your antivirus software...